Magna Carta Quiz

What was one of the main purposes of the Magna Carta when it was originally created?

• To prevent unreasonable taxation and ensure fair trials

• To abolish the monarchy

• To establish a new monarchy

• To expand the British Empire

Why did the barons initially approach King John in January 1215?

• To seek a new king

• To request more land

• To declare war

• To have their grievances heard and addressed

What was a significant reason for the failure of the Magna Carta as a peace treaty?

• The King's immediate compliance

• The absence of a written document

• The lack of support from the barons

• The Pope's declaration of its invalidity

Which group primarily benefited from the rights granted by the Magna Carta?

• All citizens of England

• Foreign diplomats

• The barons

• The peasant class

How has the Magna Carta influenced modern democratic documents?

• It has been largely forgotten

• It led to the creation of the United Nations

• It served as a basis for documents like the United States Bill of Rights

• It was only relevant in medieval England